The History Man
Interesting Facts
- The book is a satire on academic life and radical politics of the 1970s.
- The main character, Howard Kirk, is a sociology professor embodying the radical ideas of his time.
- The novel explores themes of morality, power, and hypocrisy in the academic setting.
- The book was adapted into a successful television series in 1981.
- Malcolm Bradbury uses sharp humor and irony to critique the social and political movements of the era.
Date of publication: 9 July 2024
Updated: 15 November 2026
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Genre: Contemporary Fiction
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